Home of Champions

Well known as the Home of Champions, the Greater Trail Area honours past and present residents that have excelled in business and sports or greatly contributed to the cultural landscape of our region.

Trail Smoke Eaters

Hockey players in white and orange jerseys sit on the bench with coaches standing behind during a game.

Steeped in hockey tradition, Trail is home to the Trail Smoke Eaters Junior Hockey Club that competes in the British Columbia Hockey League.

Formed officially in 1926, the Trail Senior Hockey Club adopted the name “Trail Smoke Eaters” a few years later and established themselves as a power-house team for years to come. The iconic Smoke Eater logo is recognized far and wide among hockey fans.

For schedule, tickets, contact and club information, visit their website.

Historic Trail Smoke Eaters

Canadian ice hockey team celebrating a victory on ice rink, some holding flowers and trophies.

The historic Trail Smoke Eaters, known worldwide, have left a lasting impression on the amateur senior hockey world. As the only team to win two World Championship titles, the “Smokies,” as they are locally known, have greatly contributed to Trail’s reputation as a remarkable sports town.

Home of Champions Monument

Sponsored by Kootenay Savings Credit Union, the monument is located at the corner of Cedar Avenue and Farwell Street in downtown Trail and lists the names of individuals and groups recognized as hometown “champions.”

View the inductees, including biographical information and photographs.

How to nominate

  • The Society accepts nominations on a regular basis.
  • To nominate a potential “champion” for recognition on the monument, please review the criteria to ensure they qualify.
  • Forms are available at Trail City Hall or by download.
Monument with plaques honoring champions, topped by a statue of a person holding a flaming torch bowl against a blue sky.